Job Opportunity: Driver position available at GOAL Ethiopia in Amhar_Wogera/Ambagiorgis, Amhara. Automotive jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.

GOAL’s mission is to work with the most vulnerable communities to help them respond to and recover from humanitarian crises, and to assist them to build transcendent solutions to mitigate poverty and vulnerability.

GOAL is a non-for profit organization that has been working in Ethiopia for over 30 years across all the region of the country towards ensuring the poorest and most vulnerable in our world and those affected by humanitarian crises have access to the fundamental rights of life, including but not limited to adequate shelter, food and livelihoods, water and sanitation, nutrition, healthcare and education. GOAL implements a range of multi-sectoral development, resilience, recovery and humanitarian responses Programmes by being sensitive to cross-cutting issues including gender, accountably, child protection, HIV/AIDS.

We envision a world where poverty no longer exist, where vulnerable communities are resilient, where barriers to wellbeing are removed and where everyone has equal rights and  opportunities. GOAL Ethiopia’s main donors are Irish Aid, USAID/OFDA, EHF, ECHO and other private donors.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Driver will be responsible to drive GOAL Ethiopia vehicles with in the programme area as well as outside to the programme’s staff as required. The Driver is responsible for keeping the vehicle assigned clean, drives safely as per the driving policy manuals of GOAL Ethiopia and treats passengers properly. S/he is also expected to adhere to one vehicle one driver policy of the organization.

General description of the Position: 

The Driver will be responsible for driving GOAL Ethiopia vehicles within the programme area as well as outside to the programme’s staff as required. The Driver is responsible for keeping the vehicle assigned clean, drives safely as per the driving policy manuals of GOAL Ethiopia and treats passengers properly. S/he is also expected to adhere to one vehicle one driver policy of the organization.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY/DUTIES

1. Vehicle Management 

• Drive at sensible speed within legal limits.

• Observe all traffic laws, show consideration for other road users and pedestrians and respect road conditions.

• Wear seatbelt whilst driving and insist all passengers do likewise.

• Drive with due care for the vehicle itself, so as not to damage vehicle bodywork or engine.

• always Wash the vehicles and maintain cleanliness.

1. Fuel

• Drive economically.

• Refuel the vehicle fully at the end of each day. Fill in all fuel vouchers or paperwork when you fill the vehicle

• Perform daily vehicle check at start and end of each day, and record kilometre start and end of each day in vehicle Log Book.

• Keep vehicle clean, inside and out.

• Request vehicle check-up by Logistics Officer/Assistant before departure on long trips.

• Before each journey check the fuel levels and emergency kit as outlined in the VLB.

• Inform Logistics Officer/Assistant of any vehicle faults so that he can arrange repair and update Vehicle Logbook.

1. Security & Communication 

• Plan trip, the location of overnight stays, considering no driving after 18.00pm

• On all trips ensure vehicle has a spare tyre, Highjack lift and at least two reliable and appropriate means of communication.

• Agree frequency of reporting with Logistics Officer/Assistant.

• Hours of work as required for trip, but no night driving (after 18.00pm) except in emergencies or approval by Area Coordinator.

• Keep trip log, noting kilometres and location when refuelling and at end of day.

• Report regularly on progress by mobile phone.

• Report any incidents, security or otherwise, after trip (or during trip where serious).

• No unauthorised passengers in the vehicle except with the permission of the CD/ACD. Make sure the authorised passenger signs the Non-Liability Document before starting off the journey.

• Always assure the safety of the passengers through safe driving

• Slow down and turn off radios when approaching checkpoints.  If driving at night light your interior light.

1. Financial

• Provide Logistics Officer/Assistant with full justification (receipts) for float expenditure and return balance.

1. Accidents

• Inform Line Manager/Area Coordinator immediately regarding any accident including nature of accident, injured parties, damage to vehicle and any other essential info (location, time, etc). With Line Manager, fill out Accident Report in full for any accident.

General / Administrative

• Log all trips on blackboard movement schedule/Daily vehicle movement log book.

• Carry out vehicle inventory check as per Vehicle check list

• Vehicles to be returned to the GOAL compound at the end of the trip in line with the cut off time of driving 

• Keep driving licence current.

• Inform Logistics Officer/Assistant at least 2 weeks in advance of any leave requested.

• Comply with Rules and Procedures for GOAL Driver Policy.
• Be mindful of GOAL’s reputation always.
• No consumption of alcohol and drugs during work hours nor reporting for duty whilst under the influence of either of the above.  No consumption of alcohol in the prior 8 hours before reporting for duty
• Responsible for filling out timesheets and prior authorization for overtime.
• Complete the Logbook for each journey each day ensuring that the team leader signs for each journey

Transport of Goods

• Sign Packing List/Delivery Docket for goods being transported.

• Get the consignee to sign the Packing List/Delivery Dockets for receipt on delivery.

• Give signed Packing Lists/Delivery Dockets to the storekeeper/Logistics Officer/Assistant on return.

• Work in collaboration with the guards in keeping accurate forms concerning the movement of vehicles and the stocks being delivered. 

Other Duties

• Cooperate with all members of the GOAL team and develop a good working relationship with all staff; always carry out duties responsibly and act in a professional manner.

• Inform the Logistics Officer/Assistant of any difficulties or problems encountered

• Qualification: Certificate in driver/Mechanic
• Minimum 3 years experience as a driver 
• Basic mechanic knowledge
• Staff management experience and good inter-personnel skills 
• Valid driving license for the relevant category of vehicles 
• 4x4 driving experience 
• Know how to use a winch 
• Only candidates from the local area will be considered"

How To Apply

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

Interested and qualified applicants need to submit ONLY once their non - returnable application with CV for one vacancy. The vacancy reference number along with the title & Duty station need to be written in the application letter. 

• Applicants can directly apply through the green “Apply now” button
• Please be sure your application and CV should be in PDF or Word only. (The system couldn’t accept other than PDF and Word.)

GOAL strongly encourages female candidates to apply!

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview and exam.

Shortlisted candidates will need to submit other supporting documents upon request at later stage.

GOAL is not able to contribute towards any costs incurred by candidates during the recruitment process.